What Audible Plus includes
Audible Plus is Amazon's lower-cost audiobook subscription tier. For a monthly fee, you get access to a rotating catalog of thousands of audiobooks, plus the ability to listen to Audible Originals (exclusive audio shows and performances produced by Audible). You also receive one credit per month that you can use to purchase any audiobook outside the included catalog at full retail price.
The catalog changes monthly — some titles rotate out and new ones rotate in. This means the specific books available depend on when you subscribe and what Audible has chosen to feature that month. You keep access to any audiobook you've listened to while your subscription is active, but if you cancel, you lose access to catalog titles (though any books you purchased with credits remain yours permanently).
Audible Plus is different from Audible Premium Plus, the higher tier, which includes two credits per month instead of one and costs more. Both tiers include the same Audible Originals catalog and the same app features.
Key Takeaways
- Audible Plus gives you access to a rotating catalog of thousands of audiobooks plus one monthly credit to buy any book at full price.
- The included catalog changes every month, so the titles available to you depend on when you subscribe.
- You keep access to catalog books only while your subscription is active; books purchased with credits stay with you permanently.
- Audible Originals — exclusive audio shows and performances — are included in both Audible Plus and the higher Premium Plus tier.
- You can cancel anytime without penalty, and your subscription will end at the end of your current billing cycle.
How the monthly credit works
Each month, Audible deposits one credit into your account automatically. You can use this credit to purchase any audiobook on Audible's full catalog, regardless of whether it's in the rotating Plus catalog or not. If you don't use your credit in a given month, it rolls over to the next month — most accounts allow you to hold up to three unused credits at a time, though this limit can vary.
When you use a credit to buy a book, you own that book permanently. You can listen to it as many times as you want, even if you cancel your subscription later. If you want to buy a book that costs less than the full retail price, you can still use a credit; Audible won't refund you the difference.
If you want to buy a book without using a credit, you can purchase it at the listed price instead. Many readers use their credits for expensive new releases and buy cheaper backlist titles with cash when they find them.
The rotating catalog and Audible Originals
The Plus catalog includes thousands of titles, but not every audiobook ever published. Audible rotates titles in and out monthly, which means a book you see this month might not be available next month. You can browse what's currently available through the Audible app or website by filtering for "Included with Plus."
Audible Originals are exclusive audio productions — some are audiobooks of stories written specifically for audio, others are full-cast performances, and some are audio documentaries or interview series. These are produced by Audible and included free with both Plus and Premium Plus. New Originals are added regularly, and like catalog titles, they're available as long as your subscription is active.
Pricing and billing
Audible Plus costs a fixed monthly fee. The exact price varies by country and can change over time, so check Audible's website for the current rate in your region. The subscription renews automatically each month on the same date you signed up, and you're charged on that date.
If you cancel your subscription, you won't be charged again after your current billing cycle ends. You can cancel through your Audible account settings or by contacting Audible customer service. Some promotional offers — like a discounted first month or a free trial period — may be available to new subscribers, though these vary by region and change frequently.
How to listen and manage your library
You listen to Audible audiobooks through the Audible app, which is available on phones, tablets, and computers. You can read audiobooks to your device to listen offline, or stream them over an internet connection. The app tracks your progress through each book and syncs across your devices, so you can start listening on your phone and pick up where you left off on a tablet.
Your library contains both catalog titles you're currently listening to and books you've purchased with credits. You can organize books into custom lists, mark favorites, and adjust playback speed. If you cancel your subscription, you lose access to catalog titles when ready, but any books you bought with credits remain in your library and playable.
Canceling and pausing your subscription
You can cancel Audible Plus anytime through your account settings. Cancellation takes effect at the end of your current billing cycle — you won't be charged again, but you keep access to your library until that date passes. After cancellation, you lose access to all catalog titles, though books purchased with credits remain yours.
Some accounts have the option to pause a subscription for up to three months instead of canceling. A paused subscription doesn't charge you during the pause period, and you can reactivate it when you're ready. Check your account settings to see if pause is available for your subscription type.
Audible Plus versus Premium Plus
The main difference between Audible Plus and Premium Plus is the number of monthly credits: Plus gives you one, Premium Plus gives you two. Both tiers include the same rotating catalog and Audible Originals. Premium Plus costs more per month. If you listen to fewer than two audiobooks per month on average, Plus is usually the better value; if you listen to more, Premium Plus may save you money over time since you won't need to buy as many books with cash.
Both subscriptions include the same app, the same library features, and the same customer service. The choice between them depends mainly on how many new books you want to own each month.
Frequently Asked Questions
What happens to my books if I cancel?
Books you purchased with monthly credits stay in your library permanently and remain playable after cancellation. Audiobooks from the rotating catalog become unplayable once your subscription ends. You can always resubscribe later and regain access to catalog titles.
Can I share my Audible Plus subscription with family members?
Audible Plus is tied to a single account. Family members would need their own subscriptions. Amazon does offer Audible Family, a separate plan that lets multiple household members have their own Audible accounts under one payment method, though this is a different product from Plus.
Do I lose my credits if I don't use them?
No. Unused credits roll over to the next month. Most accounts allow you to hold up to three credits at a time before new ones stop accumulating, so you have time to decide how to use them.
Can I return or exchange a book I bought with a credit?
Audible allows you to return audiobooks within a certain period of purchase (typically 30 days) and get your credit back. Check your account for the current return window and any limits on how many returns you can make per year.
Is there a free trial for Audible Plus?
Audible sometimes offers trial periods to new subscribers, though the length and availability vary by region and change over time. Check Audible's website to see what's currently available in your area.